What are the duties of a car dealership title clerk?

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Automobile title clerks serve an administrative function and are responsible for processing the title of a vehicle from one registered owner to another. Title clerks are often responsible for writing status reports and processing warranties and deposits.

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The title clerk position may be filled through a new or used auto dealership or an independent title transfer company. Title clerks perform several administrative functions, including the processing of vehicle registrations and title transfers, and are usually required to have at least a high school diploma. Title clerks must be up-to-date with state statutes and regulations. In addition to good administrative skills, title clerks should have excellent computer, organizational and communications skills. Knowledge in accounting aids in drafting status reports.

Though it is not always required, additional training and certification for title clerks is offered by many auto dealer associations. Some states also offer a Computerized Vehicle Registration program for car dealerships, making certification mandatory in some instances. Title clerks must have some knowledge of related legal issues, such as handling power of attorney. A title clerk with a notary license is beneficial to the auto dealership because of the numerous legal forms that must be processed. Notary licenses are issued by the state, and regulatory requirements for licensing are available through the secretary of state or the state's Web page.